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Imperfecto
1124 23rd Street Northwest, Washington, DC
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Imperfecto hiring Host in Washington, DC

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ImperfectoMore Info

1124 23rd Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $25.00)
Expired: Jul 9, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Imperfecto is a fine dining restaurant in the West End by Enrique Limardo and the team behind Seven Reasons. The restaurant is inspired in the intersection between the Mediterranean & Latin American Cultures, and sustained in Enrique Limardo's bold culinary approach. At Imperfecto we believe that human beings are not perfect. We are far from perfect. We are Imperfect. And it's imperfection what moves us forward and shows us how to improve.

In 2022, Imperfecto received its first Michelin star for its Chef's Table Degustation experience.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Host(ess) is an essential part of the Imperfecto team who, along with other team members, is in charge of the customer experience. Professionalism, friendliness, superb tableside manners, teamwork, and nimbleness help ensure unique dining and entertainment experience for our guests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: (Other duties will be assigned as needed) Must be willing and able to do the following:
  • Provide friendly, refined, and highly professional service to customers.
  • Ensure that every guest receives exceptional overall experience.
  • Answer incoming calls to the restaurant and provide appropriate service.
  • Take reservations from guests.
  • Confirm reservations on a daily basis.
  • Manage the flow of guests into the dining room, confirm reservations or provide accurate wait times.
  • Communicate special guest needs to the server and manager.
  • Manage the guest coat closet, take and return guests coats, bags, hats, and other accessories.
  • Maintain neat and professional appearance.
  • Come to work in clean uniform and maintain clean uniform and overall appearance through entire duration of your shift.
  • Protect the establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation, safety and alcohol control policies.

We are looking for individuals with humility and a high-energy, enthusiastic attitude!
References will be checked during the interview process.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Communication

Customer Service Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Professionalism

Reservation Management Platforms

Teamwork

Problem Solving Skills

Work In a Fast-Paced Environment

Time Management Skills

Reservation Management

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Phone Etiquette

Multitasking Abilities

Organizational Skills

Conflict Resolution skills

Coat Check Management

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Dedication

Cultural Awareness

Sanitation Practices

Professional Appearance

Positive Attitude

Team Collaboration

Safety Procedures

Punctuality

Alcohol Control Policies

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Enthusiastic Attitude

High Volume Service

Integrity

Confidence

Conflict Resolution

Decision Making

Creativity

Fine Dining Service

Proactive

Time Management

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Part of Seven Reasons Group

Michelin Star restaurant by Enrique Limardo and the team behind Seven Reasons.

Awards / Distinctions
2024
2023
2023
2022
Leadership
Rene González

Executive Chef/ Restaurant Director

Maurizio Arberi

General Manager/Sommelier